🎙️ The Study Sessions PODCAST
Nathan McGurl interviews leading educators, psychologists, and exam experts — plus real parents and teens sharing what actually works. Over 85 episodes, completely free.
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with Kate Jones — Author & Retrieval Practice Expert
“I’ve been revising for ages” is something battle-weary parents hear constantly. As if lapsed time equals learning. Kate Jones explains why most revision doesn’t work — and what the science says actually does.
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Setting up a revision plan, time management, and building good habits from day one.
18 episodes
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When your teen just won’t engage — strategies, psychology, and honest conversations.
22 episodes
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Exam anxiety, sleep, nutrition, and taking care of the whole person during exam season.
16 episodes
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Real parents sharing what worked, what didn’t, and what they wish they’d known sooner.
14 episodes
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Rachel Stuart — Academic coach and founder of The Mindset Lab
Academic Goals
Expert Guest
Andy Scott-Evans — Head Teacher, Becket Keys Church of England School
Parent Story
Nathan & Emily — Founder and his exam-facing daughter!
Expert Guest
Kate Jones — Educator, Author and International Keynote Speaker
Expert Guest
Dr Dominique Thompson — Award winning GP, Author and TED Talker
Expert Guest
Helen Howell — Educator and Author
Solo Episode
Nathan McGurl — Founder, The Study Buddy
The Study Sessions gives you the knowledge. The Study Buddy system gives your teen the tools. Custom-printed to their exact subjects. One-off purchase.
Setting up a revision plan, time management, and building good habits from day one.
5 EpisodesEvidence-based methods: retrieval practice, spaced repetition, interleaving, and more.
12 EpisodesWhen your teen just won't engage — strategies, psychology, and honest conversations.
6 EpisodesExam anxiety, sleep, nutrition, and taking care of the whole person during exam season.
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